Russian-speaking ransomware gang REvil behind JBS meat supplier hack

CNBC’s Eamon Javers joins ‘The News with Shepard Smith’ to discuss the JBS hack, perpetrated by REvil, a Russian-speaking ransomware gang. Javers spoke to Kevin Mandia, FireEye CEO, to hear his thoughts. President Biden says he’s “looking closely“ at retaliation over this cyberattack. For access to live and exclusive video from CNBC subscribe to CNBC PRO: Well-known hacker collective REvil Group is behind the cyberattack on JBS, according to a source speaking to CNBC on the condition of anonymity. It caused JBS, the world’s largest meatpacking company to shut down operations. The assault on the world’s largest meatpacker disrupted meat production in North America and Australia, at one point stoking concerns over the potential for rising prices and inadequate supply during the busy summer grilling season. REvil — pronounced like the letter “R” followed by the word “evil” — is mostly comprised of native Russian speakers. It is also believed to be based in a former Soviet state. The o